CoreWeave is the AI Hyperscaler™, delivering a cloud platform of cutting edge services powering the next wave of AI. Our technology provides enterprises and leading AI labs with the most performant, efficient and resilient solutions for accelerated computing. Since 2017, CoreWeave has operated a growing footprint of data centers covering every region of the US and across Europe. CoreWeave was ranked as one of the TIME100 most influential companies of 2024.
As the leader in the industry, we thrive in an environment where adaptability and resilience are key. Our culture offers career-defining opportunities for those who excel amid change and challenge. If you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to make a significant impact, CoreWeave is the place for you. Join us, and be part of a team solving some of the most exciting challenges in the industry.
CoreWeave powers the creation and delivery of the intelligence that drives innovation.
What You’ll Do
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Global Payroll Director to lead our global payroll function and ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing across all geographies. This role is accountable for driving global payroll operations, implementing scalable payroll processes, and managing payroll accounting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in international payroll, in-depth knowledge of payroll accounting, and experience managing equity payroll in a public company environment.
- Lead and manage global payroll operations across multiple regions (Americas, EMEA, APAC), ensuring compliance with local tax regulations and labor laws.
- Oversee payroll accounting, including accurate journal entries, account reconciliations, and close activities in coordination with the Finance team.
- Manage and execute end-to-end payroll processing cycles including regular payroll, off-cycle, bonus, and termination payments.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of all equity compensation-related payroll transactions, including RSUs, ISOs, NSOs, and ESPP
- Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance, HR, Legal, Equity Admin) to ensure alignment and accuracy in payroll-related activities and reporting.
- Lead payroll integration efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and international expansions.
- Maintain and enforce internal controls over payroll processes; ensure compliance with SOX requirements if applicable.
- Continuously improve payroll systems, tools, and processes to drive efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
- Manage relationships with global payroll vendors, ensuring SLAs are met and service quality remains high.
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing global payroll team.
Investing in our people is one of our top priorities, and we value candidates who can bring their diversified experiences to our teams. Here are some qualities we’ve found compatible with our team. We'd love to talk about whether this aligns with your experience and Interests and what you’re excited to work on next.
Who You Are
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, HR, or related field.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in payroll, with at least 5 years in a global leadership role.
- Deep expertise in global payroll operations, payroll accounting, and equity payroll.
- Solid understanding of international payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
- Proven experience with equity compensation taxation and reporting.
- Strong experience working with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, Oracle Cloud HCM, Rippling)
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work cross-functionally and across time zones.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth tech, dynamic, and global environment.
- Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal audit processes.
- Experience with payroll transformation initiatives and vendor transitions.
The base pay and target total cash for this position range from $165,000 to $242,000 and $206,000 to $303,000, accordingly. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position includes a discretionary bonus, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package.
What We Offer
The range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation, we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications, experience, interview performance, and location.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary supplemental life insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
- Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside
- 401(k) with a generous employer match
- Flexible PTO
- Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
- A casual work environment
- A work culture focused on innovative disruption
Our Workplace
While we prioritize a hybrid work environment, remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office, based on role requirements for specialized skill sets. New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month. Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration
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CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: [email protected].
Export Control Compliance
This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.
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